Meningococci Initially Colonize the ______

question 38

Multiple Choice

Meningococci initially colonize the ______.

• A)Eustachian tube
• B)oral mucosa
• C)nasopharynx
• D)lacrimal ducts

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Definitions:

Nuclear Receptor

A class of proteins within cells that, upon binding with a ligand, can act as transcription factors to affect gene expression.

Lipid-soluble

A characteristic of compounds that can dissolve in fats and oils but not in water, influencing their absorption and transport in the body.

G Protein

A type of protein that acts as a molecular switch inside cells, playing a critical role in transmitting signals from various stimuli outside the cell.

Blood Levels

Typically refers to the concentration of substances (such as glucose, hormones, or drugs) circulating within the bloodstream.